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KJB 872W

1981 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2022
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

62,712 mi
Last recorded62,712 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2021
Typical for 1981 Rover Mini54,826 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJB 872W
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2021 62,712 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear floor around subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 62,699 miles

Wheel bearing has slight play both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

general corrosion to under-body

Pass 18 May 2017 62,661 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 62,646 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 62,575 miles

slight perishing to both front outer cv boots

some general under vehicle corrosion

Fail 1 Jun 2015 62,575 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d) DANGEROUS

Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

os front tie rod bent

slight perishing to both front outer cv boots

some general under vehicle corrosion

spare tyre flat

How Reliable is the Rover Mini?

Based on 519,169 MOT tests across 45,631 vehicles.

66.8%
Pass Rate
876
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
45,631
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 32,036
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 24,016
Steering rack gaiter split 21,375
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 18,460
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 18,348
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KJB 872W is a 1981 Rover Mini in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1981 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 54,826 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover Mini fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 32,036 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KJB 872W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover Mini typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 45 years old, this Rover Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KJB 872W registered?

KJB 872W is a 1981 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is KJB 872W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJB 872W shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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